La Villeta is to be torn down to make way for the new high rise that will be built in that parking lot and over the NY Sports Club. The owner is looking for new space, possibly in Manhattan, to open La Villeta.

Have to agree on Crabtree Kittlehouse. When we moved to Westchester we figured we'd try it...food is dated and servcie is amateurish we found. For what it is suposed to be, we found it very dissapointing.

I would say that Lanterna in Larchmont is average at best. But, it is much more casual than Aurora. Not as stylized. I found Aurora only to be okay as well (our pasta was so al dente it was inedible, but the other dish was fine). For Italian with a five year old, I'd go the other way, just as near to you, in Portchester. Pieros is great and at an early hour (which I imagine you are doing w/child) you're certain to get a table. Later it's much harder.

Stanz Cafe in Larchmont is a breakfast and lunch only place. I think its what you are looking for. Cozy, simple, fogged windows, good food. Inexpensive, homemade baked goods. I only wish the coffee were a bit better...but worth the visit.